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Learn to Measure Tree Height – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYWe all love Tall Trees! Take this FREE program from Dr. Justin Waskiewicz and learn easy ways to measure a tree's height. There will then be a weekend long contest …
The Way of Nature at Springtime, Taoist Yoga Workshop – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYInner Quest Yoga workshop. Taoist Yoga provides a gateway for self-exploration and mastery of the physical and mental self. Its philosophical roots from ancient China, emphasize our connection with nature’s …
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Old Growth Forest Tours – 1675 Elder’s Grove – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYBig Tree Fest is a fun filled celebration of our Big Old Trees here in the Adirondacks. We are offering guided tours of the 1675 Elder's Grove, home to some …
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Old Growth Forest Tours – Doc Kudish Natural Forest – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYTake a guided tour through the incredible Old Growth Forest located on the Paul Smith's College lands that was recently dedicated to and named after long time professor Michael "Doc" …
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Tree Climbing Demonstration – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYBig Tree Fest is a collection of fun and informative events celebrating and learning about Big Old Trees. Paul Smith's College Professor, Randall Swanson, Program Coordinator for the Arboriculture & …
Learn all about the famous “Leaning Pine” – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYBig Tree Fest is a collection of fun and informative events celebrating and learning about Big Old Trees. Dr. Curt Stager will present on the natural history and legend of …
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Forest Bathing a Guided Sensory Experience – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYBig Tree Fest is a collection of fun and informative events celebrating and learning about Big Old Trees. Forest Bathing immerses you in the sights, sounds, scents and textures of an Adirondack forest. …
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Live Music – Jeff Balerno – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYBig Tree Fest is a celebration of our Big Old Trees. Ranger Jeff is a talented musician who plays all your favorite songs that you know by heart. Come listen …
Comedy Show – Rusty The Logger – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYRusty DeWees comes “DOWN FROM THE MOUNTAIN” to THE BIG TREE FEST for an in-person on-stage LIVE Comedy and Music Show. Actor/Comedian DeWees is known for his beloved and valued …
Tree core demonstration to age a living tree – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYTake this FREE program from Dr. Justin Waskiewicz and watch a boring technique on a living tree, taking a core sample to determine a tree's age.
Learn to throw an Axe – Big Tree Fest
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYBig Tree Fest is a fun collection of programs, music, food and other events celebrating our Big Old Trees. Watch an axe throwing demonstration from the Paul Smith's College Woodsman's …
Wild Edibles Walks
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYThis program is offered on multiple dates (see drop down menu). Learn to identify wild local edible plants with expert Pat Banker from Cornell University Cooperative Extension. Pat will answer …
Amphibian Exploration
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYJoin naturalist Milt Adams to explore the amphibian world along Keese Mill Road in Paul Smiths. Bring a headlamp or flashlight and your waders/hip boots if you want to wander …
Medicinal Mushroom Workshop
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYLocal and common non-local medicinal mushrooms will be discussed and identified in this workshop. Harvesting, preparation and cultivation of mushrooms will also be discussed, including the methods to prepare tinctures. …
Wildflower ID Walks
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYExplore the diversity of flowering plants the VIC has to offer. Back by popular demand, Oto will help participants learn basic wildflower identification skills including field guide and hand lens …
Wild Edibles Walks
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYThis program is offered on multiple dates (see drop down menu). Learn to identify wild local edible plants with expert Pat Banker from Cornell University Cooperative Extension. Pat will answer …
Great Adirondack Birding Celebration (GABC) – Birding Trips
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYThe Great Adirondack Birding Celebration (GABC) returns this coming June 3-5, 2022 for the 18th time. The 3 day event is designed to introduce birders of all ages and skill …
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Adirondack Raptors at the VIC for the Great Adirondack Birding Celebration
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYMark Manske brings his incredible raptor program to the Paul Smith's College VIC for the Great Adirondack Birding Celebration (GABC) on June 4th 1-3PM. The GABC is sponsored by and …
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Great Adirondack Birding Celebration – Lectures at the VIC June 4th 3-4PM
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYThere will be three brief (20 minute) ornithology related presentations in the VIC theater on June 4th 3-4PM. Tim Neilson, as an avid birder who recently relocated to the Malone …
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Live Music – Celia Evans plays the Great Adirondack Birding Celebration
Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NYCelia Evans is a singer and songwriter whose folk melodies, both traditional and contemporary, are rich in images celebrating the Adirondacks and the natural world. Her lyrical stories, however, are …
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8023 State Route 30 Paul Smiths, NY 12970
518-327-6241
vic@paulsmiths.edu
Open weekends: 9:00 - 5:00
Open 7 days/week beginning May 21st, 9am-5pm